HT500
Heavy Track
System
The HT500 features rigid steel tracks capable of carrying loads over unsupported spans, is engineered to push loads up to 500 tons, and has a working height of only 8″ (205mm).
- Capable of pushing loads up to 500 tons
- Quick & simple track connections
- Durable graphite slide surface
- Cylinders automatically reset
The HT500 features rigid steel tracks capable of carrying loads over unsupported spans, is engineered to push loads up to 500 tons, and has a working height of only 8″ (205mm).
Features
- Capable of pushing loads up to 500 tons
- Quick & simple track connections
- Durable graphite slide surface
- Cylinders automatically reset
- Simple, tool-free connections
- Designed and engineered for both pushing and pulling
- Carries load over unsupported spans
Technical information
Specifications
* based on standard system containing 2x push cylinders & 4x skid shoes
** Speed based on 20-2-4D Hydra-Pac
Dimensions
Specifications
* based on standard system containing 2x push cylinders & 4x skid shoes
** Speed based on 20-2-4D Hydra-Pac
Dimensions
Support
What is the black coating on the surfaces of heavy track skidding systems?
Our Heavy Track systems are made of rigid steel track sections and skid shoes, both of which a coated with dry graphite on their slide contact surfaces. The graphite is used for several reasons: first, it provides a 0.15 – 0.20 friction coefficient. The relatively high friction values increase the safety of the move by virtually eliminating any risk of uncontrolled movement or runaway. Secondly, because it is a dry lubricant, any contamination, grit, or other debris that falls on the tracks can simply be brushed off and does not become embedded in the system, preventing damage to the system surfaces and hydraulics. It is also non-hazardous and readily available for periodic maintenance.
Can the Heavy Track systems support the weight of a load over a span?
Our Heavy Track systems can support heavy loads over a considerable span, such as a containment well, pit, or during transloading operations. The distance that can be safely spanned can be calculated by using the system’s engineered Track Capacity chart and the weight of the load being moved. Track connection joints must always be fully blocked. See this video for a guideline on these span distances.
When I order an HT500 skidding system, what is included?
Our standard HT500 system package includes:
50′ (15m) of double track
4 Push/Pull skid shoes with safety pins
2 hydraulic cylinder assemblies
Connecting bars & pins
Safety stop blocks
Graphite lubricant
Steel toolbox for storage and transport
Additional track sections and components are also available
Frequently Used Together
JLS250 Jacking Load Shoes
Our JLS250 jacking load shoes are load-compensating skid shoes designed to work with our Heavy Track skidding systems. This universal shoe can be used with both the HT300 and HT500 interchangeably. The JLS250 shoes can be connected hydraulically with any number of other shoes, increasing the total system capacity while maintaining equal load support and weight distribution.
TT500 Turntable
Our engineered Turntables rotate any heavy or oversized load accurately and efficiently, even in areas of restricted access or clearance. They incorporate a reversible, hydraulically-powered rotating mechanism for precise control.
How to Buy
Information on product purchasing, lead time, shipping, and more.
Throughout the preparation and execution of the project, Hydra-Slide remained available to take questions and provide application support, which was always delivered in a timely fashion."
